When our entire political system is a joke, it follows that comedians would be the people best-equipped to cover it. The bizarre chaos of cable news, with screaming heads desperately trying scream over top of one another, is more confusing and off-putting than helpful — and there's research to back it up. Meanwhile, a healthy dose of satire can sharpen your brain and make you a more critical thinker. Vox looks at how comedians are taking Walter Cronkite's place as the most easy-to-follow source of news.
Summer is almost here, and that means it's time to start digging into ice cream. The venerable treat not only comes in an infinite number of flavors — it also comes in a nearly as large of a range of prices. From the $1 soft serve to the $1,000 edible gold foil-and-caviar covered artwork by New York City's Serendipity 3, here's a primer on what to enjoy during the warm weather. Just try and keep it off the sidewalk.